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Originally Posted by tumamilhem
BTW, I found a 1984 Carrera Targa for sale, 140K miles, good condition (supposedly), the guy only put 10K miles on it since he bought it 20 years ago, no engine or tranny rebuild, asking $27.5K. Is it me or is that about $8K too high?
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I would caveat any price estimate with a disclaimer that it is impossible to give a really accurate estimate without inspecting & driving the car. A PPI is always a good idea, especially if you are paying full market value.
That said, as described it seems to be at the top of the market for a car with that mileage, and no major engine or transmission work. However, there is nothing that says a well maintained car can't go well above 140k without needing it.
Has the top been restored (new vinyl & seals)?
When was the clutch last done?
Does it grind going into any gear?
Is the A/C intact, and does it work? Don't believe "only needs a recharge".
Does it have records?
How much does it leak, and from where?
What color? Rare colors can make a big difference.
Does it have its tools, books, and pump & jack? Replacing those is ~$6-800 if they are missing.
Has the suspension been worked on? It will need new bushings, tie rod ends, and perhaps strut inserts if they have never been done.
etc.
A tatty interior with cracked dash, torn seats, bad carpet, electric gremlins, and a worn out Targa top can cost as much to set right as a top end rebuild.
It would require an immaculate car with impeccable maintenance and history for me to go $27.5k for an '84 at 140k.
But it is not necessarily $8k too much.